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Troubleshooting Hints

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS (Perform before beginning System Diagnosis)

NOTE:
^ If the vehicle is left for 24 or more days without the Ignition Switch being put in "RUN," the Radio will lose station preset and clock memory.

1. Check RDO IGN Fuse by visual inspection.

2. Before troubleshooting a suspect Speaker, check all connections to that Speaker.

3. For proper noise diagnosis, take the car outside where signals are strong. Close the hood, and keep away from metal buildings or sources of Radio interference.

4. Ignition noise on FM may indicate a defective ignition system.

5. Coated screws or bolts can cause a poor ground connection. Scrape ground screws or bolts clean of any paint or varnish.

6. Note that adjusting radio controls will change the operation of the sound system.

^ Refer to the most recent issue of the Delco Sound Service Guide for procedures for contacting Technical Assistance and for Technical Assistance phone numbers.

^ Refer to System Diagnosis. Initial System Diagnosis